Working in the Community
If you have not spoken to your work supervisor in a while what can you do?
Ask your job coach, talk to your family/house staff, email or call your supervisor
Will employment staff know that you are ready to look for a new job if you don't say anything?
No
If you need to use public transportation what should you have with you?
A face mask, hand sanitizer
How often should a cloth face mask be washed?
After each use/daily
How can you get used to getting up early again?
Answers vary
How can you make sure that you remember your work tasks?
Practice with your job coach
Which employment staff person should you talk to about looking for a new job?
Varies depending on assigned staff or Stephanie
How far apart should you be from drivers and passengers that are not from your household?
At least 6 feet apart
If you run out of soap will water alone get your hands clean?
No
I am getting ready to return to work but I really like a show that is on at midnight. Can I be a good worker if I just sleep less
It is not recommended to stay up late on a work night
If you have moved or changed your phone number what can you do?
Update your information with employment staff and your workplace
If you receive an email or phone call about setting up an interview who should you tell?
Employment Staff
If you will be walking to and from work do you need to wear a face mask?
Face masks must be work when you are inside or less than 6 feet from others. If you are far from others you can have it off outside
Is it sanitary to wear your work clothes more than one shift without washing them?
It is highly recommended to wash your clothes after each shift as this is the best way to keep your clothes germ free
If you notice your legs or arms get tired faster now than before what can you do?
Get active! Muscles stiffen over time. Add some healthy exercise to your daily routine and you should regain strength
If you think your workplace has gone out of business dueing the pandemic what can you do?
Talk to your job coach, parents/house staff, reach out to your work supervisor
Will employment staff still accompany you on an interview during the pandemic?
Yes!
If my parents or house staff are going to be my transportation do I need to tell anyone?
Yes, please speak to employment staff if your transportation plan has changed
If you need to sneeze it is perfectly sanitary to just sneeze in your face mask instead of your elbow, true or false?
False
When returning to work after being vaccinated is it ok to report to work if you have a fever?
No, all COVID precautions still remain in effect
If you have decided you do not want to return to the job you had before the pandemic what can you do?
Talk to your parents/staff and job coach about possibly resigning and looking for a new job in the community
How can you determine if you are ready to search for work?
Talking with employment staff as well as parents/house staff
Have the bus, train and RIDE routes changed because of the pandemic?
They may have. Checking the schedules and planning in advance is always recommended
How long should you rub hand sanitizer on your hands?
a) 10 seconds
b) until they are dry
c) Until you find a towel to dry your hands
b) Until they are dry
If you are feeling nervous, anxious or overwhelmed with the pandemic and/or returning to work what can you do?
Talk to someone, answers vary